Teenage Chess Prodigy Gukesh Makes History by Qualifying for World Chess Championship at 18

In an unprecedented achievement, Indian chess sensation Gukesh has become the youngest player to ever qualify for the World Chess Championship (WCC), set to take place later this year in Singapore. Scheduled to face off against Chinese world champion Ding Liren in a highly anticipated match, 18-year-old Gukesh is poised to make history once again by becoming the youngest world chess champion in record books.

Gukesh's impressive credentials include being the youngest participant in WCC history and the youngest winner of the demanding Candidates competition. This achievement has thrust him onto the global stage, marking India's first participation in the World Chess Championship in over a decade.

The 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship is set to be held at Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore, with a rich history dating back to 1886. The tournament promises to be thrilling, as Gukesh, who has been training extensively since taking up chess at the age of five, faces off against his seasoned opponent Ding Liren.

The two-stage match is expected to be intense, with both players vying for the top spot in a historic showdown that will determine the future of world chess. Stay tuned for further updates on Gukesh's World Chess Championship journey.

Updates on World Chess Championship 2024

• In Game 1, Chinese champion Ding Liren secured a convincing victory over Gukesh, marking the end of an era for Indian contenders.
• The second game in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship ultimately ended in a draw after 23 moves, providing a tantalizing glimpse into the match's potential for drama and tension.
• As the chess world watches with bated breaths, Gukesh is leaving it all on the board, determined to rewrite history and bring the coveted title back home. Will he emerge victorious?